Guadalupe Centers Elementary vs South City
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Missouri, United States, 375 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Guadalupe Centers Elementary
Kansas City · Charter elementary · Grades PK–5
801 students
South City
St. Louis · Charter elementary · Grades PK–8
838 students
| Measure | Guadalupe Centers Elementary Kansas City, Missouri | South City St. Louis, Missouri |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 26 Lower 50% | 24 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #973 of 1,159 | #996 of 1,159 |
| National rank | #40908 of 50,301 | #42386 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–8 |
| Students | 801 | 838 |
| Enrollment | 801 | 838 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 66.2% | 99.8% |
| Students per teacher | 10.8 | 11.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 13% | 30% |
| Math proficiency | 13% | 27% |
| city | Kansas City | St. Louis |
| state | Missouri | Missouri |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Guadalupe Centers Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (26.2 vs 23.9).
- •South City does better on math proficiency (27% vs 13%).
- •South City does better on reading proficiency (30% vs 13%).
- •Guadalupe Centers Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (66.2% vs 99.8%).
- •Guadalupe Centers Elementary does better on students per teacher (10.8 vs 11.8).
- •South City is the larger school with 838 students compared with 801.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Guadalupe Centers Elementary better than South City?
On the Success Index (US), Guadalupe Centers Elementary ranks higher (26.2 vs 23.9 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Guadalupe Centers Elementary and South City?
About 375 km in a straight line, between Kansas City and St. Louis in Missouri.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Guadalupe Centers Elementary: 801. South City: 838. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Guadalupe Centers Elementary and South City rank in Missouri?
Guadalupe Centers Elementary is 973rd of 1,159 and South City is 996th of 1,159 among elementary schools in Missouri on the 2025 Success Index (US).